The Last Song

The Last Song is the latest of novels by Nicholas Sparks to be adapted to the silver screen. It tells the story of rebellious Ronnie Miller, who is sent to stay with her estranged father for the summer along with her younger brother Jonah. During her stay she runs into Will Blakelee, who despite the someone rocky beginning, finds his way into Ronnie's heart. Now while the romance in this movie is of great focus the real relationship is with Ronnie and her father and ultimately Ronnie and herself. Can Ronnie forgo her feelings of abandonment enough to reconnect with her father with whom she shared a great passion of music? You will have to see the movie.

The overall lesson I got from the movie was that no matter what hardships you may face, it is important to remember what you love. Because what you love is who you are and without it you are lost.

Overall this movie may not have had any Oscar worthy performances but it focused on a beautiful story and a lesson we all can relate to. If you have interest in seeing this film, you most likely will not be disappointed. However I do not recommend it for those who had no interest to begin with, I'm sure there is something you would enjoy more. Head's up: Bring tissues!!!! This is a tear-jerker!

Overall Rating: Matinée

How To Train Your Dragon

Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is just that, a hiccup on his family lineage. The story takes place in the village of Berk where slaying dragons isn't just a means of pest control, its a way of life. But for Hiccup, slaying dragons doesn't come as naturally as it does for the rest of his Viking peers. Instead of slaying, Hiccup takes the time to learn about the mysterious and misunderstood creatures that have been targeted for generations, unlocking secrets that have prevented co-habitation.

How To Train Your Dragon is a beautiful story about being yourself, despite the hardships you face from not fitting in. It is a story about never muffling your innovation or stifling you curiosity. But most of all, its a story of how one boy, no matter how small can be the key to peace, if only we are wiling to let him try. Never judge a book by its cover and always give people a chance.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. It was moving and humorous and everything I ask for when seeing a movie. It took me into the story and left me wondering when I left. I went in with high expectations and it met every one. So with that, I rate this movie extremely high and highly recommend IMAX 3D. You will leave this theater with a smile on your face and a warm feeling in your heart, no matter any age. =]

Overall Rating: Full Price!

Repomen

A very ingenious cautionary tale about the lives of people and how what you do, does indeed define who you are. Repomen takes place in the near future. Its focus on those men, who after the the purchase of new organs, when payments can no longer be made, stalk their prey and repossess the rightful property of "The Union".

While it had a promising plot, Repomen did indeed lack in certain areas. It at times seemed very slow and in my opinion, lacked serious character development. Just as we began to delve deep into a character, the plot would shift to something. For some reason, i left the theater thinking "I don't buy this."

However, despite those not so hot points, I did really enjoy this movie. It brought me everything I wanted. Barely exceeding my expectations, the ending was rather good. And for those who find the chance of gore in movies as a turn off, it was presented somewhat tastefully. Jude Law was great in his portrayal of Remy and might I add very nice to look at. (Ladies let me tell you now there are several shirtless scenes.)

Overall Rating: Matinée